Mikel Arteta expressed pride in his Arsenal side after their narrow 1-0 victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford. This result continues the Gunners’ strong start to the Premier League campaign.
The Gunners stunned hosts United by a lone goal, courtesy of Riccardo Calafiori’s tip to a defensive gaffe from goalkeeper Altay Bayndir in the first half.
Speaking in his post-match press conference, as captured by Sixsports, the Arsenal manager emphasized the importance of resilience and composure, praising his players for handling the intensity of a difficult fixture.
Arteta told the media, saying:
“It is never easy to come here, especially against a team with so much quality.” “But the way we managed the game, the maturity we showed in key moments, and the belief in our plan was fantastic.”
The decisive moment came when Arsenal capitalised on a defensive lapse, with the winning goal underscoring Arteta’s call for efficiency in front of goal. He admitted the game was a true test of character, highlighting how his squad dealt with United’s pressure late in the second half.
Arteta was also keen to applaud the travelling Arsenal fans, describing them as “a driving force” that carried the team through difficult spells. “The energy they gave us today was special,” he added.
With the win, Arsenal not only secured three valuable points but also sent a strong message about their title ambitions. Arteta insisted there was still “a lot of work to do,” but the victory reinforced his belief that the Gunners are capable of competing at the highest level.
Meanwhile, Arsenal has more work to do as they face newly promoted Leeds and the next against defending champions Liverpool.
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